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Tens of thousands of South Africans have joined dozens of world leaders for the national memorial service for former President Nelson Mandela. The service is being held in front of a vociferous crowd in the FNB stadium in Johannesburg.
Zimbabweans have expressed disappointment that the state broadcaster all but ignored the death Thursday night of former South African President Nelson Mandela, only mentioning the news a handful of times throughout Friday.
Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s first black president who led the peaceful transition from white-only rule, has died aged 95, after a long illness. Below is how prominent and ordinary people around the world have reacted to his death.
The full text of US President Barack Obama’s tribute to Nelson Mandela
Johannesburg – A court appearance by former president Nelson Mandela’s grandson Mandla on gun-related charges was delayed on Thursday, amid rumours of a family meeting at the critically ill icon’s home.
SOUTH AFRICA – Nelson Mandela’s tribal leaders have been told to prepare for the death of the former president, who remains in hospital unable to breathe without support. The advice comes after meetings with the family over the past two days.